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CHS Concert Band receives Superior Rating at District event

On Thursday morning, March 9, 2023, the CHS Concert Band participated in the Georgia Music Educators Association District 2 Large Group Performance Evaluation (LGPE) held at Cairo High School. Jacob Fortner, CHS Director of Bands, said he was thrilled to announce that the Concert Band received an overall Superior Rating. “For those who may not…

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Cook High School named a 2023 AP Honor School

State School Superintendent Richard Woods has named 273 Advanced Placement (AP) Honor Schools, including Cook High School, from 97 school districts for 2023. “The number of AP Honor Schools increased by more than 14%, which serves as a testament to our commitment to expand opportunities for Georgia students, including in advanced and accelerated coursework,” Superintendent Woods…

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Cook High School honors outstanding students and staff

Cook High School recognized students and staff members who have excelled. CHS Principal Dr. Joi Williams joined Superintendent of Schools Dr. Tim Dixon and Board of Education Chairman Jeff Taylor in presenting the awards during the Monday, Jan. 23, 2023, regular session of the Cook County Board of Education. The awards included: Top Two Highest…

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School board approves applying for $50,000 safety grant

School Safety Director Richard Herrin presented the Rural School Safety Grant during the Monday, Jan. 23, 2023, work session of the Cook County Board of Education. The $50,000 Rural School Safety Grant will be funded by The Office of Rural Education and Innovation. No local match is required. The grant funds will be used to…

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Chamber announces 2023 STAR Student and Teacher

During the Monday, Jan. 23, 2023, regular session of the Cook County Board of Education, the Adel-Cook County Chamber of Commerce recognized the 2023 STAR Student and Teacher. This year, the winners are Cook High School senior Jay Patel – STAR Student and Hope Weaver – STAR Teacher. Heather Green, Chamber of Commerce president, and…

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CES team participates in Girls on the Run Star Power 5k

Girls on the Run of South Georgia hosted its noncompetitive 5K event presented by Pepsi Valdosta on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022, on the beautiful grounds of the Fellowship Home at Brookside.  Girls on the Run is a physical activity-based, positive youth development program that uses fun running games and dynamic discussions to teach life skills to…

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Community celebrates ribbon cuttings for new school facilities

On Tuesday morning, Nov. 1, 2022, the Cook County School System and Adel-Cook County Chamber of Commerce partnered for two ribbon cuttings to celebrate the recent completion of the Cook High School Softball Complex and the Board of Education’s new Administrative Building. CHS Principal Dr. Joi Williams gave the welcome and made introductions for the…

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CHS Theatre Wing to present award-winning musical ‘Violet’

Congratulations to Cook High School Theatre Wing’s cast and crew for their production of “Violet, the Musical” placing third at Region 1-AA One Act Play Competition. The event was held on Oct. 27, 2022, at Fitzgerald High School. Also, congratulations to seniors Anzleigh Peacock and Carter Exum for being honored as Region All Star Cast…

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